Jan 7, 2019
A new study in mice finds that high levels of phosphate, a widely used food preservative, may contribute to reduced activity level and ability to burn fat. A similar association between decreased activity and blood phosphate levels was found in humans.
Jan 4, 2019
Too much sedentary time may pose health risks. So, to avoid hours of sitting at work, use these simple tips.
Jan 3, 2019
Eliminating fast food and sugary drinks helped Erik Minaya shed the excess weight he put on after high school.
Jan 2, 2019
If you're trying to lose weight, how often should you step on the scale? There's no simple answer.
Dec 13, 2018
December is a time for hosting relatives, going to holiday parties and possibly overindulging in food and drink. Mix in year-end work deadlines and pressures, and it can be a recipe for stress and health problems. But it doesn't have to be.
Dec 11, 2018
A new study shows increasing physical activity in the first year after a heart attack is associated with a lower death rate for survivors.
Dec 5, 2018
For smokers trying to quit, staying smoke-free requires dealing with cravings, weight gain and other threats to quitting for good.
Dec 4, 2018
With New Year's resolutions only a few weeks away, there's good news for those resolving to exercise more: You don't have to go big or go home.
Nov 1, 2018
Risks for developing Alzheimer's disease are complex, but high blood pressure appears to be a common link.
Oct 29, 2018
At 26, Rick Logan was a fitness model and personal trainer. Then came the stroke. Three years later, you can hardly tell – unless you know where to look.